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NHTSA Recall 09V195000: Cables (electrical system)

NAVISTAR, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 45 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the International 5500I.

45
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2009
owners notified (July 3)
NHTSA campaign09V195000
Manufacturer campaign09503
ComponentELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES
Report receivedJune 1, 2009
Owner notificationJuly 3, 2009
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Navistar is recalling 45 model year 2007 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured between january 1, 2007 and may 15, 2009 equipped with feature code 008875 sealed battery cables. The plastic cover that seals the terminal of the cab feed battery cable may prevent proper electrical contact with the fuse or battery terminal post resulting in an open or unprotected circuit.

Safety risk

An open circuit may result in sudden loss of cab power or engine shut down, possibly resulting in a crash. An unprotected circuit may cause an electrical short which could result in a fire.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 3, 2009. Owners may contact navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

Notes

Navistar's recall campaign no. 09503.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Vehicles covered by recall 09V195000

Make and modelModel years
International 5500I2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
International 5600I2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
International 5900I2007, 2008, 2009, 2010

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.